Atty. James Corbley Powell

Atty. James Corbley Powell

James Corbley Powell is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, consumer debt, maritime law and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.S.M.E. degree from West Virginia University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Charleston Charleston 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Corbley Powell at a glance

James Corbley Powell is a Member based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at Powell & Majestro PLLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, workers comp, class action, and product liability. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia (1981), and Pennsylvania (1989). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D. Senior, 1981) and West Virginia University (B.S.M.E. Dean, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of West Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Corbley Powell is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, consumer debt, maritime law and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.M.E. degree from West Virginia University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Powell & Majestro PLLC in Charleston, WV and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James Corbley Powell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Corbley Powell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

James Corbley Powell is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in West Virginia →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Corbley Powell is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in West Virginia →

Class Action

James Corbley Powell is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in West Virginia →

Product Liability

James Corbley Powell is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in West Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

Practicing law in West Virginia. Legal matters in West Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charleston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate West Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in West Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in West Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Corbley Powell

Where is James Corbley Powell's law office located?
James Corbley Powell's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is Powell & Majestro PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Corbley Powell handle?
James Corbley Powell focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, workers comp, class action, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has James Corbley Powell practiced law?
James Corbley Powell has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Corbley Powell go to law school?
James Corbley Powell earned their education at (J.D. Senior, 1981); (B.S.M.E. Dean, 1977).
How can I contact James Corbley Powell for a consultation?
You can contact James Corbley Powell directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Corbley Powell received?
James Corbley Powell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Senior
West Virginia University College of Law
- 1981
B.S.M.E. Dean
West Virginia University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1981
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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